The word "REN WA KAÏ" covers three kanji that individually have their distinct meanings :

The first kanji signifies the "lotus" or, more precisely, spiritual elevation in the search of the way.

The second kanji signifies harmony, inner calm.

The third kanji signifies gathering, people's association.

The association of these three kanji allows of the following interpretation of "REN WA KAÏ" :

"It is with the other and the respect of his choices that personal development can take place". If a common objective for all people does exist, the ways to attain it can differ. Not to lose our initial emotions helps us to retain the sense of the way.